Gingrich Highlights Contrast Between Democratic and Republican Governance Styles

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich has drawn attention to the stark differences in governance between the Democratic Party and Trump’s Republican Party. In an essay titled “The Tale of Two Conventions,” published on Tuesday, Gingrich criticized the Democrats for their top-down approach, emphasizing that their candidate, President Joe Biden, was chosen by party leadership rather than through a democratic process, as he received no votes from the electorate. Gingrich elaborated on the contrasting atmospheres of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) and the Republican National Convention (RNC). He noted the absence of prominent Republican figures such as former President George W. Bush and Senator Mitt Romney at the RNC, suggesting a significant shift in the party's power dynamics. He argued that the current Republican movement is driven by grassroots support rather than traditional party leadership, with the MAGA movement at its core. The former Speaker pointed out that the Republican Party, which has a long history dating back to 1854, is now largely influenced by its voters, with Donald Trump emerging as a central figure. In contrast, Gingrich accused the Democratic Party of sidelining voices like Bernie Sanders, claiming that party leaders orchestrated a campaign to ensure Biden's nomination despite his lack of popular support. In a pointed critique, Gingrich remarked that the Democrats, in their quest to "save democracy," have ironically ended up with a candidate who lacks the backing of the voters, highlighting the disconnect between party leadership and the electorate.